A new proposal in the New York State Senate is stirring debate in the cryptocurrency industry. State Senator Liz Krueger has introduced a bill that would impose progressive taxes on Bitcoin mining firms, targeting the…
The U.S. Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) is facing a pivotal moment as Acting Chairman Caroline Pham continues to push forward with crypto-friendly initiatives, even while preparing to step down. The White…
Civil fraud judges across the United States are increasingly stepping in to freeze and recover stolen cryptocurrency, as federal enforcement of crypto-related crimes wanes. With regulators like the DOJ and CFTC scalin…
Coinbase’s top tax executive has warned U.S. lawmakers that the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) is not ready to handle the massive wave of crypto tax data soon to be reported by exchanges. Speaking at a Senate Finance …
The Bank of Korea (BOK) has urged stronger regulations for issuers of won-based stablecoins, recommending that reserve assets be deposited directly at the central bank. This proposal, revealed in documents submitted t…
A former Los Angeles County sheriff’s deputy has admitted to abusing his badge in a wide-reaching crypto corruption scheme, marking a major breakthrough for federal investigators. Michael David Coberg, 44, of Eastvale…
The White House has withdrawn former Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) Commissioner Brian Quintenz’s nomination to chair the agency, ending weeks of political tension over President Donald Trump’s pick. Quin…
The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has taken a notable step toward integrating cryptocurrency into traditional finance. On Tuesday, the SEC’s Division of Investment Management issued a no-action letter,…
Ripple Chief Legal Officer Stuart Alderoty has called on Washington to act swiftly in providing comprehensive U.S. cryptocurrency regulations, warning that hesitation could push innovation abroad. In an op-ed for Real…
In a landmark case, UK police have carried out the country’s largest-ever cryptocurrency seizure, confiscating Bitcoin worth an estimated $7.3 billion. The digital fortune belonged to Zhimin Qian, a Chinese national w…
The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) and the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) are signaling a new era of cooperation in regulating digital assets. At a Monday roundtable in Washington, SEC Chai…
The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has taken a major step toward accelerating the approval of spot cryptocurrency exchange-traded funds (ETFs). According to sources, the agency has asked issuers to with…
Coinbase, the largest U.S.-based cryptocurrency exchange by trading volume, has long been viewed as a secure and trusted gateway for digital assets. Positioned as a blue-chip exchange distinct from offshore rivals, it…
Two Texas brothers have been charged with federal crimes after allegedly kidnapping a Minnesota family and forcing them to hand over $8 million in cryptocurrency. The violent incident has sparked national concern as c…
KuCoin, one of the world’s largest cryptocurrency exchanges, is challenging a significant enforcement action brought by the Financial Transactions and Reports Analysis Centre of Canada (FINTRAC). The regulator imposed…
International law enforcement agencies have achieved major victories against crypto-related crime, highlighting the growing effectiveness of global cooperation in combating fraud, scams, and money laundering.
Vietnam is taking bold steps to position itself as a major crypto hub in Asia. Deputy Prime Minister Nguyen Hoa Binh recently met with Binance CEO Richard Teng in the UAE, urging the exchange to set up a local headqua…
GSR, a leading digital assets and market-making firm, has filed a registration statement with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) to launch a new exchange-traded fund (ETF) focused on companies holding c…
Australia’s Treasury has introduced a draft proposal that could reshape the country’s cryptocurrency industry by requiring digital asset firms to obtain financial service licenses. The move aims to bring crypto compan…
Ohio Congressman Thaddeus Claggett has introduced House Bill 469, a proposal designed to prevent artificial intelligence from ever achieving legal personhood in the state. While some corporations in the U.S. are legal…
The Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) has unveiled a proposal to integrate stablecoins as collateral in US derivatives markets, a move that could dramatically expand access for retail traders. Announced by C…
FTX Trust has launched a lawsuit against Genesis Digital, a former partner of the collapsed FTX exchange, seeking to recover $1.15 billion in allegedly fraudulent transfers. The claim argues that these transactions, d…
Kazakhstan is preparing to launch Evo (KZTE), a new stablecoin pegged to its national currency, the tenge. The project is backed by major partners including Solana, Mastercard, Intebix exchange, Eurasian Bank, and loc…
Nine members of the House Financial Services Committee are pressing the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) to swiftly implement President Donald Trump’s August 7 executive order that could open the door for Amer…
The United States and United Kingdom have announced a new Transatlantic Taskforce to strengthen cooperation on capital markets and digital assets. The initiative, unveiled on September 22 by U.K. Chancellor of the Exc…
South Korea’s Financial Intelligence Unit (FIU) has flagged a record surge in suspicious cryptocurrency transactions, highlighting growing risks of money laundering and illicit fund transfers. From January to August 2…
Senate Democrats, led by Senator Ruben Gallego, are calling on Republicans to collaborate on the CLARITY Act, a proposed crypto market structure bill. In a press release, Gallego and 11 other Democrats emphasized that…
The Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) announced new appointments to its Global Markets Advisory Committee (GMAC) and subcommittees on September 19, signaling a stronger focus on digital asset oversight. The …
Canadian police have carried out the country’s largest-ever cryptocurrency seizure, confiscating over $40 million from the crypto exchange TradeOgre. According to the Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP), investigator…
The cryptocurrency industry, once vocal about defending free speech, is now facing criticism for its silence. Following the tragic murder of Charlie Kirk last week, President Trump launched a wave of mass firings targ…
Binance, the world’s largest crypto exchange, remains entangled in a $4.3 billion U.S. enforcement settlement even as political pressure grows over reports of a softened approach under the Trump administration. The se…
In a landmark move, the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has approved generic listing standards for cryptocurrency exchange-traded funds (ETFs). This change eliminates the need for case-by-case approvals,…
President Donald Trump’s top crypto adviser, venture capitalist David Sacks, is facing scrutiny from lawmakers over his status as a “special government employee” (SGE). The designation allows temporary federal service…
President Donald Trump has filed a $15 billion defamation lawsuit against The New York Times, claiming its reporting damaged his reputation, media company, and Solana-based meme coin. The case, lodged in a Florida fed…
Israel’s Ministry of Defense has ordered the seizure of 187 cryptocurrency wallets allegedly tied to Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC). Authorities claim the wallets, once holding over $1.5 billion in Te…
Gemini is moving toward closing one of its biggest legal battles with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). The dispute stems from the Gemini Earn incident in January 2023, when customer funds were frozen…
The crypto industry is stepping deeper into American politics with the launch of the Fellowship PAC, an independent expenditure committee pledging over $100 million to back pro-innovation and pro-crypto candidates ahe…
Cryptocurrency groups are urging the Bank of England (BoE) to withdraw its proposed restrictions on stablecoin holdings, warning the move could stifle innovation and leave the UK trailing behind the U.S. and European …
U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) Chairman Paul Atkins has pledged a shift in regulatory strategy, promising businesses more transparency and notice before facing enforcement actions. In an interview with …
Vietnam has officially launched its pilot program for cryptocurrency exchanges through Resolution 05/2025, creating new opportunities for the country’s financial sector. The regulation sets strict requirements, includ…
